2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | S80 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4414 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
